Arts

A leading jewellery artist known for his subversive punk approach to valuable materials, Karl Fritsch exhibits as much in Europe and the United States as he does New Zealand - but the pandemic has… Audio, Gallery

A massive Cook Islands culture in Aotearoa New Zealand festival kicks off tonight. Analiess Enoka Robertson talks to Jesse about why the event is so important to Cook Island people living in Aotearoa.

Umurangi Generation, designed and developed by Ngai Te Rangi designer Naphtali Faulkner, the grand prize at the Independent Games Festival. Developer Naphtali Faulkner talks to Jesse. Audio

In 2017 Moana was translated into te reo Māori and was well-received by many children – and of course their parents.

Today it's been confirmed two more Disney greats will be turned into reo Māori… Audio

Film and TV reviewer James Croot joins Kathryn to talk about the Jewish film festival that kicks off today, a delightful series focused on Disney, Behind the Attraction (Disney+), new mini-series Dr… Audio

National Poetry Slam winner Te Kahu Rolleston performs some of his poetry and speaks with Kathryn Ryan about giving rangatahi voice to hopes and dreams through performance poetry.  Audio

It’s Matariki, a time of reflection and Mark has been reflecting on the presence of Toi Maori - MÄori art at this time and how it is reaching out more into the public space ahead of next year’s… Audio, Gallery

The Kiingi Tuheitia Portraiture Award exhibition showcases the talents of emerging Maōri artists while celebrating their tūpuna. NZ Portrait Gallery director, Brian Wood talks to Jesse. Audio

As the rivers started rising on Friday, local Westport photographer Anita O'Brien grabbed her camera and hit the flooded streets. She talks to Jesse about what she's seen. Audio, Gallery

Going between painting, installation and sculpture, Korea-born artist Seung Yul Oh talks to Kadambari Raghukumar about his practice.  Audio

It was a documentary called Pucker Up that first introduced Molly Lewis to the world of competitive whistling back in 2005. It wasn't long before she was competing at the now-defunct International… Audio

Stu Dennison was a popular and polarising character of the late 1970s, and one of the pioneering figures in children's television as the host of 'Nice One'  Stu Dennison and Roger Gascoigne join Jesse… Audio

Film and TV reviewer Tamar Munch joins Kathryn to look at We Are Lady Parts (Neon) about a biochemical engineer who ends up as the lead guitarist of an all-female Muslim punk band, Ake Ake Ake (Maori+… Audio

Around 25 years ago, legendary Kiwi actor, director and artist Ian Mune was captivated by the sight of a mountain in Northland. Since then he's often wondered which of Northland's many peaks it was… Audio

Funeral celebrant Timothy Giles is back to talk to Jesse about how to write a funeral notices. He explains what level of detail you should include and what vital information is usually included for a… Audio

Local show Wellington Paranormal has hit American screens and is creating quite a stir among US audiences and critics alike... Audio

A young Nelson fashion designer is on her way to NZ Fashion Week after being recognised for her innovative work by indigenous fashion competition, Miromoda. Audio